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Gafanha da Nazaré
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Gafanha da Nazaré is a lively coastal area best known for Praia da Barra, a wide sandy beach popular with surfers and sunbathers. The towering Barra Lighthouse, standing 62 meters high, offers panoramic views of the Atlantic and the Aveiro lagoon. The parish also has a fishing port and seafood restaurants. It's a convenient base for exploring the coast and the nearby city of Aveiro.
Don't miss
- Climb the Barra Lighthouse for sweeping ocean and lagoon views
- Relax on Praia da Barra beach, ideal for swimming and surfing
- Sample fresh seafood at local restaurants near the port
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Ways to visit Gafanha da Nazaré
You can usually visit on your own. A tour is worth it for transport, a guide, or combining nearby sights into one day.
Cheapest way inMoliceiro Boat Tour on the Ria de Aveiro4.3★ · 294 travelers~1 hourFree cancellationFrom$17 per personSee dates →
Best full dayFátima, Nazaré and Óbidos Small-Group Day Trip from Lisbon4.7★ · 3,576 travelers~9 hoursFree cancellationFrom$75 per personSee dates →
Private & flexibleKnights Templar Castle, Nazaré & Óbidos️ Private Day Tour5★ · 104 travelers~8 hoursFree cancellationFrom$180 per personSee dates →Prefer another site?Compare on Klook →Compare on GetYourGuide →
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